Description
These Cream Cheese Cookies are rich, buttery, and tender treats that melt in your mouth. Perfectly balanced with cream cheese and butter, these cookies have a delicate crumb and subtle vanilla flavor, making them a delightful snack or dessert. Easy to prepare and bake, they can also be beautifully decorated with powdered sugar or sprinkles.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 6 oz (170 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/4 cups (250 g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Decoration
- Powdered sugar
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and cream cheese until the mixture becomes smooth and fluffy, which usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add Sugar, Egg Yolk, and Vanilla: Gradually beat in the granulated sugar until well combined. Then mix in the egg yolk followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring a smooth and uniform batter.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet mixture. Mix gently just until a soft and workable dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Form Cookies: Use a tablespoon or a cookie scoop to portion the dough. Place each scoop on the prepared baking sheets spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for slight spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just barely golden. This ensures they stay soft inside.
- Cool and Decorate: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, decorate with powdered sugar or sprinkles if desired.
Notes
- Make sure both butter and cream cheese are softened to room temperature for easy creaming and smooth dough.
- Do not overmix after adding flour to prevent tough cookies.
- Cookies can be decorated with powdered sugar for a classic look or colorful sprinkles for a festive touch.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- For a firmer cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
